by johnah on October 29, 2020
Honeyberries are not only delicious, but they have many other beneficial uses. They are very nutritious and contain high levels of vitamins A, B1, B2, C and E. They are also rich in minerals such as calcium, potassium and magnesium. Honeyberries provide antioxidants which protect against cancer cells growth. Honeyberries contain high amounts of protein (21%) and fiber (23%). Their low sugar content makes them suitable for diabetics or those suffering from obesity problems. Honeyberries are also used in various medicines for treating cough, cold, flu and diarrhea.
The honeyberry plant grows wild throughout most of the world. Its fruit contains a sweet liquid called nectar that is highly sought after by bees. Bees collect nectar from the flowers when it’s ripe and then transfer it back to their hive where they store it until winter comes around again.
During this time, the beekeepers keep harvesting the nectar to make honey.
There are several types of honey produced by different varieties of honeybees. There are two main kinds: pollen and honeydew. Pollen honey is made up mostly of the nectar collected during the flowering season while honeydew honey is made up mainly of the stored nectar from previous years’ harvest.
Both types have their advantages and disadvantages, so choose your type carefully before making a decision about what kind of food to grow next year!
What is Haskap?
It is a fruit-bearing plant native to North America. It grows abundantly in the wild in almost all parts of the United States. It was first “discovered” and classified by the US Department of Agriculture in 1907. It got its name from the H(arvey)S(tanley) Apple and Pear Association. The scientific name is Amelanchier, which refers to the same organization. It is a deciduous plant that grows in clusters, producing flowers during spring. It bears fruit during the summer months. It prefers moist soil and grows best in sunny locations.
Haskap plants are usually propagated from seeds. Their seeds need to be kept moist until they sprout. Once they do sprout, you can allow the soil to dry out a little before watering it again.
Most parts of the plant are edible and taste like cherries. The Haskap plants need little care beyond weeding around them and watering them during periods of drought. They grow quite fast and can reach heights of up to 6 feet in a single growing season.
Cultivation
The Haskap plant prefers moist soil, so preparing the ground by plowing, harrowing and applying manure is necessary before planting Haskap seeds. After two years of growth, horticulturalists can begin to harvest the fruit. Each plant should yield around 2-3 pounds of fruit and each acre should produce around 90 pounds.
Harvesting and Storage
The best time to harvest Haskap plants is in the early fall (September). To harvest, simply twist the fruits off their stems. After harvesting, the next step is to cure the fruit.
This can be done by leaving them out in the sun for a few days until the skin peel falls off. Once this is done, storing them in sealed containers will keep them fresh for up to a year.
Culinary Uses
The flesh of the Haskap berry is light red in color and has a tart taste much like that of a cherry. It can be eaten raw, but it is often cooked to enhance the flavor. The Haskap has a high vitamin C content and is an important part of the traditional diets of First Nations People in central and northern Canada.
The berries are used to make jams, jellies, juices, syrups, pies, ice cream and other recipes.
Health Benefits
The Haskap plant has many health benefits. It is rich in antioxidants, which are important for good immune system functioning. It is also used to cure joint pains, improve cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of cancers and tumors.
Future Prospects
Due to its high vitamin C content and low growing demand, Haskap has great future prospects as fruit crop in the northern states of the USA. It is drought resistant and can grow almost anywhere, provided that the soil is not waterlogged.
Honeyberry Facts:
The Haskap berry (also known as the ‘honeyberries’) is a deciduous shrub that grows in clusters and produces bright red berries. The fruit has an unique taste combining the sweetness of apples with the tartness of cranberries and grows abundantly across central and northern Canada.
Haskap bushes can grow to be 6 feet tall and produce berries for about 60 years. They can be grown in most parts of the US and are very simple to grow.
The bushes are most commonly used for jellies and jams but can also be made into wine, syrup, baked goods, or eaten raw.
They have a long growing season and are resistant to drought and insects.
The Haskap grows best in well drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It requires full sun exposure and moderate watering.
The Haskap berry is native to North America and has been used by Native American tribes for centuries. It was traditionally used to treat diabetes, tuberculosis, and diarrhea.
The Haskap is a threatened species in the United States and is protected under state law (Minnesota). It is illegal to uproot the shrub from its habitat or to sell Haskap seeds in the United States.
The Haskap berry can grow back from its roots and produce new plants if sections of its stem remain attached to the ground. These new plants will be genetically identical to the parent shrub.
The Haskap berries are very high in Vitamin C and antioxidants making it a popular superfood.
Haskap berries can be eaten raw, cooked, or dried. They taste similar to a mix of cranberries and apples.
The Haskap berry contains phytochemicals such as carotenoids that give the red skin its red color.
The Haskap is similar to the raspberry in shape and size. It is sometimes referred to as a “Super Berry”, which means it contains a very high level of antioxidants.
The Haskap shrub is vulnerable in colder climates and requires protection from extreme cold.
The Haskap berry is also known as the “Ice cream berry”. It gets this name from its delicious taste.
Sources & references used in this article:
Haskap (Blue Honeysuckle) in the Garden by E Lauritzen, T Maughan, B Black – 2015 – digitalcommons.usu.edu
Evaluation and breeding of haskap in North America by MM Thompson, DL Barney – Journal of the American …, 2007 – search.proquest.com
Cultivation of horticulture crops by H Araki – Field Science Center for Northern Biosphere Hokkaido …, 2010 – ocw.hokudai.ac.jp
Quality Investigation Of Frozen Garden Strawberries At Partial Dehydration Before Freezing by I Zamorska, V Zamorskyi, Y Halahur, V Osyka… – EUREKA: Life …, 2020 – eu-jr.eu
Wisconsin Fruit News by PJ Liesch – Cell – fruit.wisc.edu
Japanese haskap plant named ‘Tana’ by MM Thompson – US Patent App. 14/121,254, 2016 – Google Patents
Japanese haskap plant named ‘Keiko’ by MM Thompson – US Patent App. 14/121,242, 2016 – Google Patents
Japanese haskap plant named ‘Taka’ by MM Thompson – US Patent App. 14/121,251, 2016 – Google Patents
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